Cannondale Habit Carbon 3 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,200$
Weight | 14.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 34
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Groupset GX Eagle, NX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
130mm travel, BallisTec Carbon front triangle, SmartForm C1 Alloy swingarm, Proportional Response Tuned, Ai offset drivetrain, ISCG05, PF30, Post mount brake, tapered headtube, 130mm travel, Proportional Response Tuned, Ai offset drivetrain, ISCG05, PF30, Post mount brake, Tapered headtube
Suspension Fork
Fox Float Performance 34, 140mm, Grip Damper, Sweep adj. 15x110, tapered steerer, 51mm offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float Performance DPS EVOL, 3-Pos adj.
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230, NX Eagle, 11-50, 12-speed
Crank
Truvativ Stylo 6K DUB, 30T, Ai offset
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB PF30 MTB83
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
(F) Formula 15x110
Rear Hub
(R) Formula 12x148 w/ HG driver 12x148
Rims
Stan's NoTubes ARCH S1, 32h, tubeless ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
Tires
(F) Maxxis Minion DHF 29 x 2.5" WT, Dual compound, EXO puncture protection, tubeless ready(R) Maxxis High Roller II 29 x 2.3", Dual compound, EXO puncture protection, tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide R hydro disc, 180/180mm Centerline rotors
Brake Levers
SRAM Guide R hydro disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 3, 3D Forged 6061 Alloy, 1-1/8", 31.8, 0°
Handlebar
Cannondale 3 Riser, 6061 Alloy, 15mm rise, 8° sweep, 4° rise, 780mm
Grips
Fabric Funguy Locking Grips
Headset
Integrated, 1-1/8 to 1.5", sealed angular contact bearings
Seat
Saddle
Fabric Scoop Shallow Sport, steel rails
Seatpost
Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 125mm (S), 150mm (M-XL)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Habit Carbon 3 is a Cannondale Habit model. There are 86 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Cannondale Habit bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Cannondale Habit Women’s 3 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2100$. On the other hand, Cannondale Habit Carbon 1 2021, is the most expensive and costs 5500$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4200$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Habit Carbon 3 price is 52.06% higher than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Trail bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Habit Carbon 3 weighs 14.1 kg (31.09 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 8.63% less than Habit Carbon 3.
Habit Carbon 3 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Float 34 model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Fox Float Performance DPS EVOL, with a travel distance of 130mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Habit Carbon 3 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Habit Carbon 3 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Habit Carbon 3 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!